This workshop teaches the fundamentals of making three-dimensional
forms using the principles developed by the Canadian jeweler, Charles
Lewton-Brain. These forms are rapidly developed using shortcuts with
the rolling mill, and combined with more traditional techniques
utilizing forging and soldering. Each principle requires several
hours of basic instruction. The rest of the class is comprised of
"challenges" and experimentation.

- For form, the rolling mill is used to quickly develop a basic form,
which is then further developed with forging, resulting in mostly
flowing, organic structures. The resulting forms, which are
lightweight, are then "frozen" in their forms with solder.

- For score, the rolling mill is used primarily for embossing
patterns, and the main development is done with the aid of cut-off
wheels. Obtuse and acute angles and curves are formed and "frozen"
with solder.

Workshop is designed for Intermediate level jewelers and
metalsmiths, Instructor: Katherine Palochak

Katherine Palochak has published several articles on metalsmithing
topics, and I thoroughly enjoy her workshops when she travels
through Denver! To view some examples of her technique, see her
Orchid gallery at http://www.ganoksin.com/orchid/palo.htm

For more about the Denver workshop, see the course
catalog for Clear Creek Academy:

Aug. 20 and 21: Fold Forming & Score Folding
For more about the Denver workshop, see the course
catalog for Clear Creek Academy:
http://www.denver-jewelry-academy.com

I just wanted to add to Sandra's description of the workshop. Forthose who have taken my workshops before, you know I teach intensiveworkshops, where you learn a lot of material in a very short time.You leave with a thorough understanding of the material so you willremember it, and be able to apply it in your home studio, shop orclassroom. We have a lot of fun, but I work your fingers to thebone. This workshop is wickededly intensive: meaning a lot of hardwork, but not hard to do. But it takes you to a lot of new directionswith forms you never considered possible. There are several openspots in the workshop yet, and I prefer a full class for the synergy.You will find I'm very organized, with the capability of teaching alot of students at once; complete with lots of handouts andone-on-one guidance. Charles Lewton-Brain developed these techniquesto new heights, and the forms are exciting and very distinctive.Please join us for 2 days of the hardest and most productive work youwill do.